by Heather B | Nov 23, 2022 | Revit Setup
The floor height value shown on your Revit level line graphic is NOT just simple text. The number is the position \ height of the level in 3D space. If you use the move command and adjust the level line up or down, it will change the height that is displayed. You...
by Heather B | Nov 23, 2022 | Revit Modeling
It’s easy! First, select the objects you would like to look at from any Revit view (plan, section, elevation, 3d). Next start the “selection box” tool. Either type in the keyboard shortcut “BX” or you can find it on the Modify tab of the ribbon. This command will...
by Heather B | Nov 23, 2022 | Revit Modeling
Insulation can be a layer\component within your roof type. You can specify if the insulation is a consistent thickness or if it is tapered using the ‘variable’ option. Select your roof and choose “Edit Type”. “Edit” the structure of your roof. Check the box for...
by Heather B | Nov 23, 2022 | Revit Modeling
There are multiple approaches. Approach # 1 – Use the “Wall Opening” tool. Approach # 2 – Edit the wall profile. Approach # 3 – Create a custom door or window family (myBIMTeam favorite). Approach #1 Revit provides two tools to create opening in walls. They are the...
by Heather B | Nov 23, 2022 | Revit Modeling
Think of the wall location line as the line which the wall is drawn upon. The thickness of the wall is positioned relative to this location line. The wall location line gives us control over the position of the wall when its width changes. The location line has 6...